This is a really important read for all of those who need to know what's up with the RIAA lawsuits.
Link here:
Recording Industry vs. The People
Thursday, October 30, 2008
DJ Kicks: Flying Lotus? Burial? On The Way
Producer Flying Lotus is on tap to mix an edition of the very successful 'DJ Kicks' series. Also, it is rumored that there will also be a mix from, UK producer, Burial. There is no firm release date for either at this time.
Burial has been receiving praise for his debut album 'Burial' released in 2006 and his second 'Untrue' released in 2007. He recently was nominated for the Mercury Music Prize.
Flying Lotus has been receiving acclaim for his second full album 'Los Angeles'(warp records,2008).
His first album '1983' and follow-up ep 'Reset EP' were released in 2006 and 2007 respectively.
For more info on Burial check out: Burial Myspace Page
For more info on Flying Lotus check out: Flying Lotus Myspace Page
Burial has been receiving praise for his debut album 'Burial' released in 2006 and his second 'Untrue' released in 2007. He recently was nominated for the Mercury Music Prize.
Flying Lotus has been receiving acclaim for his second full album 'Los Angeles'(warp records,2008).
His first album '1983' and follow-up ep 'Reset EP' were released in 2006 and 2007 respectively.
For more info on Burial check out: Burial Myspace Page
For more info on Flying Lotus check out: Flying Lotus Myspace Page
This Guy....just not that bright....
In San Anselmo, California a man who was on trial for auto theft allegedly arrived to court in a Lexus SUV that police say was stolen.
Police were attracted to the SUV he was driving after bystanders noticed Yorkshire terriers hopping around in it.
The gentleman was was arraigned on charges of receiving a stolen vehicle and receiving stolen property after police saw him approach the vehicle with keys in hand. He was also charged with animal cruelty and leaving animals in an unattended vehicle.
And how did that other case go? Well, he was charged with possession of the Porsche Carrera that had been stolen from a San Anselmo home.
Police were attracted to the SUV he was driving after bystanders noticed Yorkshire terriers hopping around in it.
The gentleman was was arraigned on charges of receiving a stolen vehicle and receiving stolen property after police saw him approach the vehicle with keys in hand. He was also charged with animal cruelty and leaving animals in an unattended vehicle.
And how did that other case go? Well, he was charged with possession of the Porsche Carrera that had been stolen from a San Anselmo home.
Wednesday, October 29, 2008
The Plymouth Two
In a club setting...no matter what ways the owners,promoters,etc take to crack down....the drugs and the dealers will find a way to get through. Should these guys be in jail???
Please read the very imformative MixMag article and you decide.
From the site:
DJ, promoter and father Tom Costelloe has been sentenced to five years in jail. His crime? Operating a club where people were taking drugs. Even the judge admitted that Tom was not involved in drug dealing in any way....
Do You Think They Ate The Evidence?
In McAllen, Texas customs inspectors checked a 21-year old Texas woman who declared several soiled diapers at the the US-Mexican border crossing.
Upon inspection they found found several links of spicy pork sausage, or chorizo, inside. The chunky diapers had been folded in a manner to look soiled.
The woman, who remained unidentified was fined $300 and her chorizo was seized.
And what made her think that soiled diapers wouldn't be at least a little suspicious?
Upon inspection they found found several links of spicy pork sausage, or chorizo, inside. The chunky diapers had been folded in a manner to look soiled.
The woman, who remained unidentified was fined $300 and her chorizo was seized.
And what made her think that soiled diapers wouldn't be at least a little suspicious?
Tuesday, October 28, 2008
I Have Decided To Sue Everyone Suddenly
Blues singer (and father of R&B singer Syleena Johnson) Syl Johnson reportedly in January of this year was suing Michael Jackson, Will Smith, Tupac Shakur and KRS-One – claiming they stole his 1967 single "Different Strokes" without attributing him or paying for the sample.
Well, now he is suing someone else - rap group Cypress Hill. He claims the group sampled his 1969 record "Is It Because I'm Black?" on a track from their 1993 album "Black Sunday" titled "Lock Down (Interlude)." Along with the also recent honorees of VH1's Hip Hop Honors, he is suing a number of record and publishing companies for the brief soundbyte as well.
Why all of a sudden?
Well, now he is suing someone else - rap group Cypress Hill. He claims the group sampled his 1969 record "Is It Because I'm Black?" on a track from their 1993 album "Black Sunday" titled "Lock Down (Interlude)." Along with the also recent honorees of VH1's Hip Hop Honors, he is suing a number of record and publishing companies for the brief soundbyte as well.
Why all of a sudden?
Colorado Car Crash Caused By Catfight
Colorado State Police troopers ticketed a woman for careless driving after she rolled
her car while her two cats were fighting in her lap.
The catfight happened ast the woman was driving along Interstate 70 and caused her to lose control of her car. The swerving vehicle forced another car and a
semi-truck off the road. The driver was sent to the hospital with non-life threatening injuries said the police. The cats escaped the accident...presumably unharmed and have yet to be found.
And just think....Arnold is keeping it okay to have lapdogs in the car in California.
her car while her two cats were fighting in her lap.
The catfight happened ast the woman was driving along Interstate 70 and caused her to lose control of her car. The swerving vehicle forced another car and a
semi-truck off the road. The driver was sent to the hospital with non-life threatening injuries said the police. The cats escaped the accident...presumably unharmed and have yet to be found.
And just think....Arnold is keeping it okay to have lapdogs in the car in California.
Monday, October 27, 2008
Bon Jovi Sued
A musician has filed a lawsuit against the band Bon Jovi accusing them of plagiarism.
Court documents state that Massachusetts-based musician Samuel Bartley Steele alleges the group copied lyrics from his 2004 song "(Man I Really) Love This Team," used as the anthem for
his hometown's baseball team, The Red Sox. He also alleges the group's front man Jon Bon Jovi heard the song while campaigning for Democratic presidential nominee John Kerry in 2004, and used its lyrics to create his hit song "I Love This Town," a song later used as a promotional track for Major League Baseball.
Steele calls the rocker's composition an "unauthorized derivative
version" of his song in the federal suit adding, "As intent will be easy to prove, we are seeking the statutorily authorized amount of $100,000 per CD sold. Just under 4 million CDs have been sold to date. This totals almost $400 billion."
Court documents state that Massachusetts-based musician Samuel Bartley Steele alleges the group copied lyrics from his 2004 song "(Man I Really) Love This Team," used as the anthem for
his hometown's baseball team, The Red Sox. He also alleges the group's front man Jon Bon Jovi heard the song while campaigning for Democratic presidential nominee John Kerry in 2004, and used its lyrics to create his hit song "I Love This Town," a song later used as a promotional track for Major League Baseball.
Steele calls the rocker's composition an "unauthorized derivative
version" of his song in the federal suit adding, "As intent will be easy to prove, we are seeking the statutorily authorized amount of $100,000 per CD sold. Just under 4 million CDs have been sold to date. This totals almost $400 billion."
Just A Minute....
Some goings on in short in the music world:
Alicia Keys leads the pack this year in American Music Award nominations with four - including Artist of the Year and Favorite Soul/R&B Album for her latest CD "As I Am."
Fox411 columnist Roger Friedman is claiming that Beyonce's new single, "If I Were a Boy," was written by an up-and-coming songwriter from San Diego who had no idea that the singer had recorded her song until it was too late.
Tim McGraw apologized to fans Tuesday for his latest greatest hits album, saying his label should have instead released a record with new music.
An duet between (deceased)stars Lisa 'Left Eye' Lopes and Tupac Shakur is said to be featured on the TLC star's posthumous solo album.
The Cure's forthcoming 13th album '4:13' is due for release – but you can every track right now over on Stereogum.
Alicia Keys leads the pack this year in American Music Award nominations with four - including Artist of the Year and Favorite Soul/R&B Album for her latest CD "As I Am."
Fox411 columnist Roger Friedman is claiming that Beyonce's new single, "If I Were a Boy," was written by an up-and-coming songwriter from San Diego who had no idea that the singer had recorded her song until it was too late.
Tim McGraw apologized to fans Tuesday for his latest greatest hits album, saying his label should have instead released a record with new music.
An duet between (deceased)stars Lisa 'Left Eye' Lopes and Tupac Shakur is said to be featured on the TLC star's posthumous solo album.
The Cure's forthcoming 13th album '4:13' is due for release – but you can every track right now over on Stereogum.
Zeppelin Without Plant?
There have been some reports that Led Zeppelin have been rehearsing for an upcoming tour with singer/songwriter/guitarist Myles Kennedy of the Washington band Alter Bridge.
Previously there were statements (possibly from Robert Plant) in which one he denied a reunion tour and new album and then one that stated he would tour. Currently he is on tour with Alison Krauss in support of their album.
Apparently money is the reason Zep wanted to tour....and if Plant was out...fine....they were going to use Kennedy. These claims have arrived after Dee Snider (of Twisted Sister) "leaked" details of the rehearsal.
Already fans are leaving comments on blogs of how the idea of going out without Plant looks bad...some fans are sighting the (kind-of recent) outings of other bands with new leads....
Just think of these bands and you will know what we mean....Queen, The Doors(or whatever name they call themselves legally now),INXS, Van Halen...oh yeah...never mind.
Previously there were statements (possibly from Robert Plant) in which one he denied a reunion tour and new album and then one that stated he would tour. Currently he is on tour with Alison Krauss in support of their album.
Apparently money is the reason Zep wanted to tour....and if Plant was out...fine....they were going to use Kennedy. These claims have arrived after Dee Snider (of Twisted Sister) "leaked" details of the rehearsal.
Already fans are leaving comments on blogs of how the idea of going out without Plant looks bad...some fans are sighting the (kind-of recent) outings of other bands with new leads....
Just think of these bands and you will know what we mean....Queen, The Doors(or whatever name they call themselves legally now),INXS, Van Halen...oh yeah...never mind.
A Living Art Frame?
A Swiss musician says he must give the large tattoo on his back to a German man who paid him to become a living, breathing picture frame upon his death.
Yes, you read what you thought you read....
Tim Steiner says that as part of his deal with Rik Reinking, an art collector, he endured 30 hours of tattoo work and upon his death he must surrender his back skin. He must also make at least three appearances at art shows each year to show off the back tattoo.
"Nothing has changed for me," he said. "I'm just the frame that gets to carry the picture round."
The 30-year-old Steiner says that he is "amused" to be wearing art work created by conceptual artist Wim Delvoye.
Though he would rather not talk or think about his post-mortem details of the agreement he says "....my back will gain a sort of permanence, outliving everyone else. That amuses me."
Well, I just think it is kind of gross.
Yes, you read what you thought you read....
Tim Steiner says that as part of his deal with Rik Reinking, an art collector, he endured 30 hours of tattoo work and upon his death he must surrender his back skin. He must also make at least three appearances at art shows each year to show off the back tattoo.
"Nothing has changed for me," he said. "I'm just the frame that gets to carry the picture round."
The 30-year-old Steiner says that he is "amused" to be wearing art work created by conceptual artist Wim Delvoye.
Though he would rather not talk or think about his post-mortem details of the agreement he says "....my back will gain a sort of permanence, outliving everyone else. That amuses me."
Well, I just think it is kind of gross.
Sunday, October 26, 2008
How Did I Miss This?
The Parents Television Council, the Enough is Enough Campaign for Corporate Responsibility, the National Congress of Black Women, and Industry Ears jointly praised BET for the announcement that the music video show, "Rap City" has been canceled.
PTC and Enough is Enough Campaign's conducted a study of daytime music video programming from BET and MTV and concluded that as recently as March 2008, children who watched BET's "Rap City" and "106 & Park" and MTV's "Sucker Free" were bombarded with adult content - sexual, violent, profane or obscene - once every 38 seconds.
This follows closely on the heels of the announcement that BET President Reginald Hudlin had resigned.
PTC and Enough is Enough Campaign's conducted a study of daytime music video programming from BET and MTV and concluded that as recently as March 2008, children who watched BET's "Rap City" and "106 & Park" and MTV's "Sucker Free" were bombarded with adult content - sexual, violent, profane or obscene - once every 38 seconds.
This follows closely on the heels of the announcement that BET President Reginald Hudlin had resigned.
PTC President Tim Winter; Enough is Enough Campaign Founder Dr. Delman Coates; National Congress of Black Women Chair Dr. E. Faye Williams; and Industry Ears Co-Founder Paul Porter release the following statement jointly:
"We are heartened by the recent changes at BET, and we are gratified that our collective efforts were a catalyst for this positive change. It is apparent that our voices were heard by the public, by the corporate sponsors who underwrite television programming and by BET network executives. Parents across this country want a cessation of marketing harmful, graphic and offensive images to children. But let us be clear about our goal: we are not trying to get a particular show canceled or a particular executive fired. Rather, our goal is a reduction in the harmful and offensive messages on BET and MTV programming - especially when the programs are targeted at children. We have called for the networks to take responsibility for their products, and this program's cancellation is evidence of a step in the right direction."
While we do need hip-hop shows....maybe certain ones should be on later in the evening...and were the parents checking what the kids were watching? Is 106 next?California Governor Vetoes 'Donda West Bill.'
I don't live in California....but I must wonder....what bills did get passed? What bills were a great priority to Arnold?
As far as Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger is concerned the "Donda West Bill" is not one of them. "This bill does not meet that standard, and I cannot sign it at this time," read the veto message, one of dozens Schwarzenegger sent.
The cosmetic-surgery bill, AB 2968,would have required people to undergo a physical examination, give a complete medical history and get a doctor's clearance before undergoing plastic surgery.
According to the LA Times the bill received nearly unanimous support in the legislature.
The bill was prompted by the November 2007 death of Kanye West's mother, Dr. Donda West, who died a day after undergoing a breast reduction and liposuction surgery.
As far as Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger is concerned the "Donda West Bill" is not one of them. "This bill does not meet that standard, and I cannot sign it at this time," read the veto message, one of dozens Schwarzenegger sent.
The cosmetic-surgery bill, AB 2968,would have required people to undergo a physical examination, give a complete medical history and get a doctor's clearance before undergoing plastic surgery.
According to the LA Times the bill received nearly unanimous support in the legislature.
The bill was prompted by the November 2007 death of Kanye West's mother, Dr. Donda West, who died a day after undergoing a breast reduction and liposuction surgery.
The Postman Stole Your Undies?
In EXETER, England-- a 35-year-old postal worker in the British town of Weymouth was arrested allegedly wearing a woman's thong taken from a mail delivery.
After receiving complaints of missing packages the police began tracking Matthew Furness while he was on duty. The missing packages in question all contained female-oriented products. This led to the police to place a package containing female underwear in his delivery van. The police are alleging that the package disappeared within hours and the postal worker was questioned by investigators.
The Sun is reporting that after the man denied the allegations the police conducted a stip search and found Furness wearing the missing red thong from the package.
Later he pleaded guilty to two counts of theft and received a two-year conditional discharge and a fine, the newspaper said.
Note to self....do not buy panties mail-order....don't know where they have been....
After receiving complaints of missing packages the police began tracking Matthew Furness while he was on duty. The missing packages in question all contained female-oriented products. This led to the police to place a package containing female underwear in his delivery van. The police are alleging that the package disappeared within hours and the postal worker was questioned by investigators.
The Sun is reporting that after the man denied the allegations the police conducted a stip search and found Furness wearing the missing red thong from the package.
Later he pleaded guilty to two counts of theft and received a two-year conditional discharge and a fine, the newspaper said.
Note to self....do not buy panties mail-order....don't know where they have been....
Saturday, October 25, 2008
Ultra 2009 Out Now.....
The latest in Ultra Records annual series, Ultra 2009, features some of the "hottest dance hits and remixes from some of the biggest DJs and Producers" from this year.
Mixed by The Riddler and Cato K, the album features tracks/treatments by September, David Guetta, Armin Van Buuren, Basshunter, Kaskade, Deadmau5, Cascada, and many more.
While there are some big names on there....I have to ask...while, I do buy the occasional mix from Ultra....how many of the songs are going to be on the next mix? What I mean is...how many of these mixes will have the same exact songs on them? Can they promise me that this mix or the remixes are more exclusive? Now that would make me buy it today....rather than waiting a little bit. Then again....Deadmau5 is on there....and he is one of my favorites right now....I am going to get his album.
For more information and to buy the 2009 mix go to Ultra Records.
For the Deadmau5 website....go (here)
Mixed by The Riddler and Cato K, the album features tracks/treatments by September, David Guetta, Armin Van Buuren, Basshunter, Kaskade, Deadmau5, Cascada, and many more.
While there are some big names on there....I have to ask...while, I do buy the occasional mix from Ultra....how many of the songs are going to be on the next mix? What I mean is...how many of these mixes will have the same exact songs on them? Can they promise me that this mix or the remixes are more exclusive? Now that would make me buy it today....rather than waiting a little bit. Then again....Deadmau5 is on there....and he is one of my favorites right now....I am going to get his album.
For more information and to buy the 2009 mix go to Ultra Records.
For the Deadmau5 website....go (here)
Random Thoughts
I just thought I would throw these things out there....
Why does the Marshalls near me have such ugly women clothes?
Should I care about the 'Chinese Democracy' album?
Why is shredding paper so much fun?
R.I.P. Gidget Gein
How come my media player won't open (sometimes)?
Blowing your nose in public is considered rude in Japan.
Why does the Marshalls near me have such ugly women clothes?
Should I care about the 'Chinese Democracy' album?
Why is shredding paper so much fun?
R.I.P. Gidget Gein
How come my media player won't open (sometimes)?
Blowing your nose in public is considered rude in Japan.
No Lovin'? Fine....See What I Do To Your Dog!!!!
A 36-year-old MANITOWOC, Wis. man decided to see revenge on his roomate when she denied him sex. So, what did he do? He urinated on her dog. Police arrested early Thursday morning on tentative charges of criminal damage to property and disorderly conduct related to domestic violence.
Police say the man was drunk when he argued with the woman. When she declined his advances went to the basement where he urinated on her dog and the floor. Police then say the argument continued, and when the woman's sister stood up in defense the man pushed her into a wall. He then allegedly stormed from the home and punched out a window.
Police say the man was drunk when he argued with the woman. When she declined his advances went to the basement where he urinated on her dog and the floor. Police then say the argument continued, and when the woman's sister stood up in defense the man pushed her into a wall. He then allegedly stormed from the home and punched out a window.
Recommended Reading and Reacting...
'The relationship between singing and rapping has had a transforming effect on hip-hoppers and singers alike.'
There is this terrific article that I came across discussing rap stars......and the need to sing...
The author of the article does raise a good point....where does a singing rapper fit? How does that fit into a show....you are at a concert....enjoying your favorite rhymes and then all of a sudden...he/she busts out into song. How does it make you feel?
Check out the article :
There is this terrific article that I came across discussing rap stars......and the need to sing...
The author of the article does raise a good point....where does a singing rapper fit? How does that fit into a show....you are at a concert....enjoying your favorite rhymes and then all of a sudden...he/she busts out into song. How does it make you feel?
Check out the article :
Songs in the Key of Rap
Friday, October 24, 2008
In A Hot Minute.........
It is that time of year where all of the hip-hop (good, bad , and downright ugly) all need to be released for the wonderful 4th quarter....and many of us music fans get disappointed by what we ended up with....
With that in mind here is what has been up in the hip-hop realm.....things moving quickly....
In the recent issue of Wax Poetics magazine, MF Doom is questioned about the rumors of "imposter perfomances". "I did some show, wrecked it, girls climbing up onstage and shit," says Doom."That was the first time that happened--but we was rocking, right? Somebody from the label was going to be there. I was like, 'Cool, he saw the show, and it was wrecked.'" Continuing he states, "Next couple of days, I speak to him, and he was like, 'Good show, but a lot of people are saying it wasn't you!'"
For the rest of the interview check out the current issue of Wax Poetics....
The reunion album for EPMD titled 'We Mean Business' now has a release date of December 9th. Guests mentioned are: Redman, Havoc (Mobb Deep), Raekwon, KRS-One, and 9th Wonder.
While some of us are just waiting for that new Common album to come and go....(originally titled Invincible Summer now called Universal Mind Control -out early Dec.)
Common is saying that 'The Believer' will be the next album....this was the album he started to make and then ....
DJ Babu's Duck Season Volume 3 will be in stores Oct. 28 via Nature Sounds.
With that in mind here is what has been up in the hip-hop realm.....things moving quickly....
In the recent issue of Wax Poetics magazine, MF Doom is questioned about the rumors of "imposter perfomances". "I did some show, wrecked it, girls climbing up onstage and shit," says Doom."That was the first time that happened--but we was rocking, right? Somebody from the label was going to be there. I was like, 'Cool, he saw the show, and it was wrecked.'" Continuing he states, "Next couple of days, I speak to him, and he was like, 'Good show, but a lot of people are saying it wasn't you!'"
For the rest of the interview check out the current issue of Wax Poetics....
The reunion album for EPMD titled 'We Mean Business' now has a release date of December 9th. Guests mentioned are: Redman, Havoc (Mobb Deep), Raekwon, KRS-One, and 9th Wonder.
While some of us are just waiting for that new Common album to come and go....(originally titled Invincible Summer now called Universal Mind Control -out early Dec.)
Common is saying that 'The Believer' will be the next album....this was the album he started to make and then ....
DJ Babu's Duck Season Volume 3 will be in stores Oct. 28 via Nature Sounds.
“From the jump, my point was to put the spotlight on artists and songs that I felt needed more exposure,” Babu explains (interview here with HipHopDX) “It’s like a full evolution. Everything I’ve done solo and with my other groups has led up to this point. On this one I produced, and mixed everything.” Don't forget to check out the track "The Unexpected" (w/ MF DOOM and Sean Price).
That's all I can take for now.....more to come.
Wednesday, October 22, 2008
RIP - Rudy Ray Moore
In what looks like such a sad year in the case of musical icons yet another has passed. Comedian, musician, singer, film actor, and film producer Rudy Ray Moore died Sunday, October 19th at the age of 81.
Moore, perhaps better known as Dolemite, the uniquely articulate pimp from the films Dolemite, and its sequel, The Human Tornado, began his career as an R&B singer (which continued throughout his comedy career). His comedy albums produced in the 60s and 70s featured an explicit style comparative to Richard Pryor and Redd Foxx.
The self-proclaimed "Godfather of Rap" had a significant effect on comedians and hip-hop artists with his rhyming style, braggadocio and profanity-laced routines.
In 1997 he told the Miami Herald,"I wasn't saying dirty words just to say them. It was a form of art, sketches in which I developed ghetto characters who cursed. I don't want to be referred to as a dirty old man, rather a ghetto expressionist."
Dolemite is my name
And rappin and tappin
Moore, perhaps better known as Dolemite, the uniquely articulate pimp from the films Dolemite, and its sequel, The Human Tornado, began his career as an R&B singer (which continued throughout his comedy career). His comedy albums produced in the 60s and 70s featured an explicit style comparative to Richard Pryor and Redd Foxx.
The self-proclaimed "Godfather of Rap" had a significant effect on comedians and hip-hop artists with his rhyming style, braggadocio and profanity-laced routines.
In 1997 he told the Miami Herald,"I wasn't saying dirty words just to say them. It was a form of art, sketches in which I developed ghetto characters who cursed. I don't want to be referred to as a dirty old man, rather a ghetto expressionist."
Dolemite is my name
And rappin and tappin
that's my game
I'm young and free
And just as bad as I wanna
be.
I'm young and free
And just as bad as I wanna
Ableton And Serato Join Forces
Ableton and Serato, two well respected names in digital DJing, have joined forces to create what they hope will be the ultimate in live computer performance. The companies plan to offer a versatile platform that should outperform the new Native Instruments Traktor Scratch Pro software.
It is being said that this could lead to a product that will allow DJs to utilize Ableton’s infinite loop possibilities while using Serato.
For more Serato info (here)
For more Ableton info (here)
For the official announcement please go (here)
It is being said that this could lead to a product that will allow DJs to utilize Ableton’s infinite loop possibilities while using Serato.
For more Serato info (here)
For more Ableton info (here)
For the official announcement please go (here)
The Sight Below - Free EP ‘No Place For Us'
Record label Ghostly International is soon to release the debut album from producer The Sight Below and ahead of the release they are releasing a free ep titled 'No Place For Us'.
The producer. who remains a, mystery (we know he is from Seattle) will see his album, titled 'Glider', drop on November 11.
From the Ghostly site (about the ep): "It’s a sound that encompasses shoegazers’ obsessive tone layering, ambient’s mood-setting sprawl, and techno music’s horizon-spanning momentum at once."
For more information on The Sight Below. (here)
For more information on Ghostly International (here)
For the ep (here)
The producer. who remains a, mystery (we know he is from Seattle) will see his album, titled 'Glider', drop on November 11.
From the Ghostly site (about the ep): "It’s a sound that encompasses shoegazers’ obsessive tone layering, ambient’s mood-setting sprawl, and techno music’s horizon-spanning momentum at once."
For more information on The Sight Below. (here)
For more information on Ghostly International (here)
For the ep (here)
Tuesday, October 21, 2008
Dee Dee Warwick Passes
Dee Dee Warwick, a soul singer who won recognition for both her solo work and her performances with her older sister Dionne Warwick, Saturday, October 18th at the age of 63.
Warwick was known for soul and R&B hits in the 1960s and 70s, including "Foolish Fool, "She Didn't Know (She Kept on Talking)" and a version of "I'm Gonna Make You Love Me" that was later covered by Diana Ross and The Supremes.
Warwick also was a two-time Grammy Award nominee and sang backup for Aretha Franklin, Wilson Pickett and her sister Dionne, and many prior to after starting her solo career.
Born in Newark, Warwick was a teenager when she began singing with her older sister in the late 1950s. They performed as The Gospelaires. She also collaborated and sang with the Drinkard Singers, a long-running gospel group that also featured some of the Warwicks' aunts and uncles and was managed by their mother.
Most recently, Warwick provided background vocals for her sister's recent one-woman autobiographical show, "My Music & Me" and also performed on the title song from Dionne Warwick's gospel album, "Why We Sing," released in January.NEW CELLDWELLER TRACK POSTED
A new track from Celldweller from the upcoming album/project named “Soundtrack For The Voices In My Head Vol 01” (SVH01) has recently been added to his Myspace page. The track, titled “Solaris” follows “Through The Gates” posted from the release.
The SVH01 album will be available for Pre-Order at the new FiXT Store by the end of October.
For a first look/behind the scenes on the project check out the video here.
Currently Take It & Break It Vol 3 – “Switchback” Remixes is available now at FiXTstore.com.
The SVH01 album will be available for Pre-Order at the new FiXT Store by the end of October.
For a first look/behind the scenes on the project check out the video here.
Currently Take It & Break It Vol 3 – “Switchback” Remixes is available now at FiXTstore.com.
ReverbNation Adds Distribution To Online Retailers
ReverbNation, a marketing and promotion platform for over 250,000 musicians, labels, managers and venues, has introduced a new service for musicians and bands that want to get their music on ten of the top digital retailers for sale.
The service allows any Artist to submit their music for sale on iTunes (worldwide), Amazon, Rhapsody, Napster and eMusic for a flat fee of $34.95. Along with ReverbNation's acclaimed marketing and promotional tools, Widgets, and Social Network Applications, the service will allow Artists from all walks of life to sell their music as well as give them the tools they need to drive sales and grow their revenues from their fan base.
The service, dubbed simply 'Digital Distribution,' is available to every Artist at ReverbNation via their Reverb Toolbox. The feature is powered by INgrooves, a leading distribution technology company.
For more information go to ReverbNation.
For other information go to INgrooves.
The service allows any Artist to submit their music for sale on iTunes (worldwide), Amazon, Rhapsody, Napster and eMusic for a flat fee of $34.95. Along with ReverbNation's acclaimed marketing and promotional tools, Widgets, and Social Network Applications, the service will allow Artists from all walks of life to sell their music as well as give them the tools they need to drive sales and grow their revenues from their fan base.
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RiP : A remix manifesto
In RiP: A remix manifesto, Web activist and filmmaker Brett Gaylor explores issues of copyright in the information age, mashing up the media landscape of the 20th century and shattering the wall between users and producers.
The movie focuses on Gregg Gillis, better known as Girl Talk, a mash-up musician topping the chart, as the film’s central protagonist. Also appearing in the film are Creative Commons founder, Lawrence Lessig, Brazil's Minister of Culture Gilberto Gil and pop culture critic
Cory Doctorow.
The movie premiers in Montreal this week.
The filmmaker has made some of his footage available for others to remix as they wish.
Brett Gaylor is a documentary filmmaker and new media director. He is the creator of opensourcecinema.org, a video remix community which supports the production of his feature documentary RiP: A remix manifesto.
The movie focuses on Gregg Gillis, better known as Girl Talk, a mash-up musician topping the chart, as the film’s central protagonist. Also appearing in the film are Creative Commons founder, Lawrence Lessig, Brazil's Minister of Culture Gilberto Gil and pop culture critic
Cory Doctorow.
The movie premiers in Montreal this week.
The filmmaker has made some of his footage available for others to remix as they wish.
Brett Gaylor is a documentary filmmaker and new media director. He is the creator of opensourcecinema.org, a video remix community which supports the production of his feature documentary RiP: A remix manifesto.
Monday, October 20, 2008
Linkin Park To Release "Road To Revolution"
Linkin Park has announced that it will release its new live cd/dvd package titled "Road To Revolution" on November 25th. The cd/dvd was filmed and recorded live at Milton Keynes, UK.
In other news: Linkin Park recently had been forced to cancel their upcoming Music For Relief Concerts in Mainland China, Macau and Taipei as lead vocalist Chester Bennington sustained a back injury and is under doctor's orders to refrain from traveling or any physical activities. Tickets for those shows are being refunded.
LINKIN PARK: ROAD TO REVOLUTION
DVD/CD TRACK-LISTING
One Step Closer
From The Inside
No More Sorrow
Given Up
Lying From You
Hands Held High
Leave Out All the Rest
Numb
The Little Things Give You Away
Breaking the Habit
Shadow of the Day
Crawling
In the End
Pushing Me Away
What I've Done
Numb/Encore (featuring Jay-Z)
Jigga What/Faint (featuring Jay-Z)
Bleed It Out
In other news: Linkin Park recently had been forced to cancel their upcoming Music For Relief Concerts in Mainland China, Macau and Taipei as lead vocalist Chester Bennington sustained a back injury and is under doctor's orders to refrain from traveling or any physical activities. Tickets for those shows are being refunded.
LINKIN PARK: ROAD TO REVOLUTION
DVD/CD TRACK-LISTING
One Step Closer
From The Inside
No More Sorrow
Given Up
Lying From You
Hands Held High
Leave Out All the Rest
Numb
The Little Things Give You Away
Breaking the Habit
Shadow of the Day
Crawling
In the End
Pushing Me Away
What I've Done
Numb/Encore (featuring Jay-Z)
Jigga What/Faint (featuring Jay-Z)
Bleed It Out
TriStar Pictures to release "Cadillac Records"
"Cadillac Records" , written and directed by Darnell Martin, chronicles the rise of Chess Records and its recording artists. It follows the exciting but turbulent lives of musical legends, such as, Muddy Waters, Leonard Chess, Little Walter, Howlin' Wolf, Chuck Berry and Etta James.
The movie features Adrien Brody as Leonard Chess, Jeffrey Wright as Muddy Waters, Columbus Short as Little Walter, Mos Def as Chuck Berry and Beyoncé Knowles as Etta James. The movie also stars Gabrielle Union, Emmanuelle Chriqui, Cedric The Entertainer, Eamonn Walker and Tammy Blanchard. It is produced by Andrew Lack and Sofia Sondervan for Sony BMG Film and Executive Produced by Beyoncé Knowles.
"Cadillac Records" is scheduled to be released on December 5.
The soundtrack will be released on December 2 featuring performances by Beyoncé, Mos Def, Buddy Guy, Raphael Saddiq, Solange, Q-Tip and others, recording classics such as "At Last" and "Hoochie Coochie Man" as well as new tracks by Beyoncé and others.
The movie features Adrien Brody as Leonard Chess, Jeffrey Wright as Muddy Waters, Columbus Short as Little Walter, Mos Def as Chuck Berry and Beyoncé Knowles as Etta James. The movie also stars Gabrielle Union, Emmanuelle Chriqui, Cedric The Entertainer, Eamonn Walker and Tammy Blanchard. It is produced by Andrew Lack and Sofia Sondervan for Sony BMG Film and Executive Produced by Beyoncé Knowles.
"Cadillac Records" is scheduled to be released on December 5.
The soundtrack will be released on December 2 featuring performances by Beyoncé, Mos Def, Buddy Guy, Raphael Saddiq, Solange, Q-Tip and others, recording classics such as "At Last" and "Hoochie Coochie Man" as well as new tracks by Beyoncé and others.
U.K. Gov. Gives Detail Into Surveillance Plan
Out-Law.com is reporting that the Government has delayed legislation that would create a central database of every phone call, every email, and web session made in the United Kingdom until next year following consult.
This plan would create new legislation that would make the recording of the fact of communication (not the content) mandatory. Sources have told reporters that one option would be to create a single, Government-operated database of records. There would be consultation on these measures prior to passing the law.
Read the full article here.
This plan would create new legislation that would make the recording of the fact of communication (not the content) mandatory. Sources have told reporters that one option would be to create a single, Government-operated database of records. There would be consultation on these measures prior to passing the law.
Read the full article here.
Sunday, October 19, 2008
President Signs PRO IP Act Into Law
Publishers and songwriters have applauded the President for signing into law S. 3325, the Prioritizing Resources and Organization for Intellectual Property Act (PRO-IP Act) of 2008.
This law will ensure America's intellectual property rights are better enforced on a global scale. Also,convicted counterfeiters will now be subject to increased fines and the forfeiture of their property.
The White House yesterday released a statement which reads in part, "In recent years, counterfeiting has grown rapidly. Counterfeiting costs America hundreds of billions of dollars a year and has harmful effects throughout the economy. Fake products can expose consumers to serious health and safety risks. Government loses out on tax revenues and is forced to divert law enforcement resources. Terrorist networks use counterfeit sales to finance their operations."
The size of government just got bigger, with the creation of one more office.The new law will create the office of the Intellectual Property Enforcement Coordinator (IPEC). Despite its' name it is noted that the office "will be explicitly separated from responsibility for or direction of any law enforcement agency that carries out IP law", according to the law's final language.
The White House's statement did not give mention of the IPEC office, which may mean that it could remain vacant in the final months of the Bush Administration.
For further reading on the topic please go to:
This law will ensure America's intellectual property rights are better enforced on a global scale. Also,convicted counterfeiters will now be subject to increased fines and the forfeiture of their property.
The White House yesterday released a statement which reads in part, "In recent years, counterfeiting has grown rapidly. Counterfeiting costs America hundreds of billions of dollars a year and has harmful effects throughout the economy. Fake products can expose consumers to serious health and safety risks. Government loses out on tax revenues and is forced to divert law enforcement resources. Terrorist networks use counterfeit sales to finance their operations."
The size of government just got bigger, with the creation of one more office.The new law will create the office of the Intellectual Property Enforcement Coordinator (IPEC). Despite its' name it is noted that the office "will be explicitly separated from responsibility for or direction of any law enforcement agency that carries out IP law", according to the law's final language.
The White House's statement did not give mention of the IPEC office, which may mean that it could remain vacant in the final months of the Bush Administration.
For further reading on the topic please go to:
President signs controversial IP enforcement act into law
Bush signs RIAA-backed intellectual-property law
Remix: Making Art and Commerce Thrive in the Hybrid Economy
"Remix...." is a new book by Lawrence Lessig examining the art of remixing and the laws that we have harm creativity. It has now been released and is being sold through stores such as Amazon and Barnes and Noble. It will soon be released under a Creative Commons license from Bloomsbury Academic. From the product description :
The author of Free Culture shows how we harm our children—and almost anyone who creates, enjoys, or sells any art form—with a restrictive copyright system driven by corporate interests. Lessig reveals the solutions to this impasse offered by a collaborative yet profitable “hybrid economy”.
Lawrence Lessig is a Professor of Law at Stanford Law School and founder of the School’s Center for Internet and Society. Professor Lessig is the author of Code v2, Free Culture, The Future of Ideas and Code and Other Laws of Cyberspace, and has been a columnist for Wired, Red Herring, and the Industry Standard.
Click here for a link to the website: REMIX
Lyricist of the Year?
Really BET? Are you sure? I can and cannot believe that BET awarded Lil Wayne the lyricist of the year at this years Hip-Hop awards. It could have been worse though...they could have chosen Souljah Boy...but come on Lil Wayne? Really?
The New Orleans rapper, who had 12 nominations, was named MVP of the Year as well.
I would love to see what the guys over at the T.R.O.Y. blog would make lyricist of the year...
This is just another sad reason why BET is no longer worth watching....well, except for the American Gangster docs.
Oh yeah....and did you know the readers of Vibe magazine voted Eminem the best rapper alive? check out the audio link below...
really vibe readers....really?
Eminem - Relapse Freestyle (CDQ) | Audio | Rap Basement
The New Orleans rapper, who had 12 nominations, was named MVP of the Year as well.
I would love to see what the guys over at the T.R.O.Y. blog would make lyricist of the year...
This is just another sad reason why BET is no longer worth watching....well, except for the American Gangster docs.
Oh yeah....and did you know the readers of Vibe magazine voted Eminem the best rapper alive? check out the audio link below...
really vibe readers....really?
Eminem - Relapse Freestyle (CDQ) | Audio | Rap Basement
New Memoir On The Way.....
Eminem has a memoir due to come out on October 21st called "The Way I Am". This should keep fans busy while they wait for the new album titled "Relapse" to arrive. The book will feature handwritten, personal photos, and sentiments about his violent past.
Here is an excerpt in which he ponders his erratic behavior:
"When I look back at myself during those years when everything was blowing up, I think maybe at first I was a little, you know, too aggressive and loud. It was like I had this voice and I had to be heard. ''Don't f*ck with me,' to the point where people must have been wondering, Why is this dude so angry? Is he on crack? Is he on crystal meth? I go back and see old interviews and even now I wonder, Why was I so hyper?
At this time there is no release date for the album.
Here is an excerpt in which he ponders his erratic behavior:
"When I look back at myself during those years when everything was blowing up, I think maybe at first I was a little, you know, too aggressive and loud. It was like I had this voice and I had to be heard. ''Don't f*ck with me,' to the point where people must have been wondering, Why is this dude so angry? Is he on crack? Is he on crystal meth? I go back and see old interviews and even now I wonder, Why was I so hyper?
At this time there is no release date for the album.
Lead Singer Levi Stubbs Dead at 72
Levi Stubbs, frontman for The Four Tops, died Friday, October 17, at home in Detroit. He was 72.
Known for hits such as "Baby I Need Your Loving" and "I Can't Help Myself (Sugar Pie Honey Bunch)", Stubbs and the group performed for over four decades selling over 50million records and racking up 45 chart hits. The group was inducted to the Rock and Roll Hall Of Fame in 1990.
His death leaves group-member Abdul "Duke" Fakir the only surviving original member. Laurence Payton died in 1997, and Renaldo "Obie" Benson in 2005.
Levi had suffered a long series of health issues including cancer and a stroke which caused him to stop performing in 2000.
He is survived by his wife, Clineice, and five children. Funeral arrangements are pending at this time.
Known for hits such as "Baby I Need Your Loving" and "I Can't Help Myself (Sugar Pie Honey Bunch)", Stubbs and the group performed for over four decades selling over 50million records and racking up 45 chart hits. The group was inducted to the Rock and Roll Hall Of Fame in 1990.
His death leaves group-member Abdul "Duke" Fakir the only surviving original member. Laurence Payton died in 1997, and Renaldo "Obie" Benson in 2005.
Levi had suffered a long series of health issues including cancer and a stroke which caused him to stop performing in 2000.
He is survived by his wife, Clineice, and five children. Funeral arrangements are pending at this time.
Saturday, October 18, 2008
Don Cornelius Busted.
Apparently Don Cornelius, former host of "Soul Train", was arrested the night of October 17.
The Los Angeles Police Department responded to a "domestic dispute" call from Cornelius' home on Mulholland Drive earlier that night. Shortly thereafter they arrested the 72-year-old Cornelius on charges of domestic violence.
Cornelius was taken to the LAPD jain in Van Nuys and bail was set at $50,000. He was released early morning Oct. 18.
Cornelius is married however the victims identity was not revealed. There is no report of injury or if the victim had gone to the hospital.
The Los Angeles Police Department responded to a "domestic dispute" call from Cornelius' home on Mulholland Drive earlier that night. Shortly thereafter they arrested the 72-year-old Cornelius on charges of domestic violence.
Cornelius was taken to the LAPD jain in Van Nuys and bail was set at $50,000. He was released early morning Oct. 18.
Cornelius is married however the victims identity was not revealed. There is no report of injury or if the victim had gone to the hospital.
Thursday, October 16, 2008
Queens of The Jungle
Beatportal, a music news (blog) page run by Beatport has done a superb interview with the one and only DJ RAP.
In the interview Rap touches on the lack of female producers/djs there appear to be in the list of top djs"Those polls are stupid and misguided.".... file sharing....her labels Propa Talent and Impropa Talent.....and a mention of future releases.... though short...it is a sweet article.....
Queens of the Jungle - DJ RAP
In the interview Rap touches on the lack of female producers/djs there appear to be in the list of top djs"Those polls are stupid and misguided.".... file sharing....her labels Propa Talent and Impropa Talent.....and a mention of future releases.... though short...it is a sweet article.....
Queens of the Jungle - DJ RAP
Why Subway....Why?
Subway has this new campaign for their $5 subs that quite a few are finding to be racist.
As you see above we have a blingged-out Abe Lincoln....just look at him...do you see what is wrong with this picture?
Anyhow, as one would see and hear when going to the page ....Abe speaks out the words on the page.....and you can choose to "Text A Holla!" or "Email A Holla!".....are you kidding me?
This is how it worked for one of the messages I put together....(you have to choose from the lists)
Yo, SUBWAY’S got lots of Footlongs for just $5. That's some every day V baby. Get to SUBWAY and help me lay some smack down on hunger.
As you choose from the list of poor language...Abe speaks it out to you....I wouldn't send a message like that out to anyone....no way...no how....
I want to thank Jade on Black Web 2.0 for pointing this one out....
Tuesday, October 14, 2008
Dj Ayres - Ghostbusters Got It Twisted
Mixing Mobb Deeps' Got It Twisted with Ray Parker Jrs' Ghostbusters....Dj Ayres made a song I probably never would have listened to catchy....
Dj Ayres- Ghostbusters Got It Twisted
Dj Ayres- Ghostbusters Got It Twisted
Interesting and a bit Scary
Even I am a bit intrigued of what this would sound like...
Picture this Ne-Yo and Marilyn Manson...collaborating?
After boasting the he is such a flexible and diverse artist he stated that he could even write a hit for Manson.
Well, apparently Manson's people have approached Ne-Yo....
"It's going to be interesting," says Ne-Yo, "I have no idea what we're going to do, what it's going to sound like. Just Ne-Yo and Marilyn Manson in the same room—we're going to figure something out."
Picture this Ne-Yo and Marilyn Manson...collaborating?
After boasting the he is such a flexible and diverse artist he stated that he could even write a hit for Manson.
Well, apparently Manson's people have approached Ne-Yo....
"It's going to be interesting," says Ne-Yo, "I have no idea what we're going to do, what it's going to sound like. Just Ne-Yo and Marilyn Manson in the same room—we're going to figure something out."
Well At Least He Tried To Pay With Something Green...
Man goes to a McDonalds...orders food.....offers to (allegedly) pay with...marijuana?
That is the story coming out of Vero Beach, Florida. The Indian River County Sheriffs department state that a cashier at above mentioned McDonalds called 911 and said that a man at the drive-thru offered to pay for his meal with marijuana and gave a description of the vehicle he was in.
The cops found the vehicle (marijuana inside) and arrested it's occupant, 27 year-old Shawn Alexander Pannullo.
Pannullo was charged with possession and posted the bail of $500.
It is unclear if he paid for his food using something else.
How come these stories don't surprise me anymore?
That is the story coming out of Vero Beach, Florida. The Indian River County Sheriffs department state that a cashier at above mentioned McDonalds called 911 and said that a man at the drive-thru offered to pay for his meal with marijuana and gave a description of the vehicle he was in.
The cops found the vehicle (marijuana inside) and arrested it's occupant, 27 year-old Shawn Alexander Pannullo.
Pannullo was charged with possession and posted the bail of $500.
It is unclear if he paid for his food using something else.
How come these stories don't surprise me anymore?
Cake Shop To Hold Benefit
New York - The venue Cake Shop will host a benefit concert for the Bush Tetras'
Laura Kennedy on Sunday, October 26th.
Laura , the bassist and a founding member of the new-wave/post-punk band, suffers from Hepatitis C and is need of a liver transplant. As anyone will know in dealing with healthcare this is is something that will be an extreme cost.
The line-up is as follows :
Bell Hollow
Sediment Club
Mikey IQ
Band of Outsiders
Certain General
Command V feat: PAT IRWIN (RAYBEATS, 8-EYED SPY, B-52'S)
Radio i-ching
Julian Stockdale
Bush Tetras w/special guests James Chance & Nona Hendryx
All star jam feat. Lenny Kaye (Patti Smith Group), Ivan Julian (Richard Hell & The Voidoids), Rob Norris (Bongos), Deborah Frost (Brain Surgeons) & more…
DJ dirtytrickpony
Proceeds will be going to the Laura Kennedy Liver Fund. Admission is a minimum donation of $15.00. There will also be band merch for sale and the proceeds will go to the fund as well.
FOR MORE INFORMATION PLEASE GO TO: http://lklf.blogspot.com/
Laura Kennedy on Sunday, October 26th.
Laura , the bassist and a founding member of the new-wave/post-punk band, suffers from Hepatitis C and is need of a liver transplant. As anyone will know in dealing with healthcare this is is something that will be an extreme cost.
The line-up is as follows :
Bell Hollow
Sediment Club
Mikey IQ
Band of Outsiders
Certain General
Command V feat: PAT IRWIN (RAYBEATS, 8-EYED SPY, B-52'S)
Radio i-ching
Julian Stockdale
Bush Tetras w/special guests James Chance & Nona Hendryx
All star jam feat. Lenny Kaye (Patti Smith Group), Ivan Julian (Richard Hell & The Voidoids), Rob Norris (Bongos), Deborah Frost (Brain Surgeons) & more…
DJ dirtytrickpony
Proceeds will be going to the Laura Kennedy Liver Fund. Admission is a minimum donation of $15.00. There will also be band merch for sale and the proceeds will go to the fund as well.
FOR MORE INFORMATION PLEASE GO TO: http://lklf.blogspot.com/
Sunday, October 12, 2008
Funny how the Democrats aren't having this problem...
....or perhaps they have and nobody has mentioned it....here is a list of some of the artists and the songs in question where the Republicans have been asked "Do Not Use My Song!"
1- Bruce Springsteen- "Born In The USA" - I read once that Ronald Regan didn't even know what the song was truly about.
2- Boston- " More Than A Feeling" Mike Huckabee used this one to cap off his events many times. The writer of the song Tom Scholz wrote the campaign a letter asking for the song to not be used. He believed that the use of the song showed he endorsed Huckabee when he already gave his endorsement to Barack Obama.
3- John Mellencamp- "Pink Houses" and "Our Country" Mr. Mellencamp is a Democrat. He endorsed John Edwards by giving him permission to use his songs. Days later of a "cease-and-desist" was issued. The McCain camp pulled the songs off of the playlist.
4- Orleans - "Still The One" John Hall, a co-writer on the song (also a Democratic Congressman) had sent a cease-and -desist letter twice on this song....(Bush in 2004 and more recently McCain)
5- Van Halen- "Right Now" The brothers Van Halen sent out a letter stating that there wasn't any permission nor would there have been in use of the song. Sammy Hagar stated that he thought it was ok for the use but does not necessarily endorse McCain.
6- Jackson Browne- "Running On Empty" McCain used this song for an ad against Obama's gas-related statements. Mr. Browne (a lifelong democrat) has filed a lawsuit against Sen. McCain and the Republican Party. The lawsuit is still pending at this time.
7- Heart - "Barracuda" Sarah Palin has used that track based on a high school nickname....well, Nancy Wilson sent a cease-and-desist letter to the Republican party. Mrs. Wilson feels that Sarah Palin does not represent the "views and values" of American women. At this time the song is still being used at rallies.
8- Gretchen Peters " Independence Day" This is a track recorded by Martina McBride about an abused woman. Peters has vehemently gone again the McCain/Palin campaign for using this song and taking the song out of context (especially due to the irony of Palin's beliefs).
9- Foo Fighters- "My Hero" Dave Grohl is an Obama supporter. The song is written as celebration of the common man and his potential. Dave Grohl has condemned McCain's use of the song citing how "frustrating and infuriating" that this man who speaks for Americans "would repeatedly show such little respect" for intellectual property and the creativity of these artists.
1- Bruce Springsteen- "Born In The USA" - I read once that Ronald Regan didn't even know what the song was truly about.
2- Boston- " More Than A Feeling" Mike Huckabee used this one to cap off his events many times. The writer of the song Tom Scholz wrote the campaign a letter asking for the song to not be used. He believed that the use of the song showed he endorsed Huckabee when he already gave his endorsement to Barack Obama.
3- John Mellencamp- "Pink Houses" and "Our Country" Mr. Mellencamp is a Democrat. He endorsed John Edwards by giving him permission to use his songs. Days later of a "cease-and-desist" was issued. The McCain camp pulled the songs off of the playlist.
4- Orleans - "Still The One" John Hall, a co-writer on the song (also a Democratic Congressman) had sent a cease-and -desist letter twice on this song....(Bush in 2004 and more recently McCain)
5- Van Halen- "Right Now" The brothers Van Halen sent out a letter stating that there wasn't any permission nor would there have been in use of the song. Sammy Hagar stated that he thought it was ok for the use but does not necessarily endorse McCain.
6- Jackson Browne- "Running On Empty" McCain used this song for an ad against Obama's gas-related statements. Mr. Browne (a lifelong democrat) has filed a lawsuit against Sen. McCain and the Republican Party. The lawsuit is still pending at this time.
7- Heart - "Barracuda" Sarah Palin has used that track based on a high school nickname....well, Nancy Wilson sent a cease-and-desist letter to the Republican party. Mrs. Wilson feels that Sarah Palin does not represent the "views and values" of American women. At this time the song is still being used at rallies.
8- Gretchen Peters " Independence Day" This is a track recorded by Martina McBride about an abused woman. Peters has vehemently gone again the McCain/Palin campaign for using this song and taking the song out of context (especially due to the irony of Palin's beliefs).
9- Foo Fighters- "My Hero" Dave Grohl is an Obama supporter. The song is written as celebration of the common man and his potential. Dave Grohl has condemned McCain's use of the song citing how "frustrating and infuriating" that this man who speaks for Americans "would repeatedly show such little respect" for intellectual property and the creativity of these artists.
Why Is He Doing This?
I just do not know what to think of this? Did he need the money? It could be worse though. He could be doing an ad for underwear or chapstick.
Radiohead and Kanye?
Every once in awhile I seem to stumble upon a track that I cannot stop thinking about. One that I feel must be listened to at least 3-5 in a row.
This is such a case.
Not everyone can make a mash-up and get so many great responses. I encourage you all to check out Reckoner Lockdown and see what everyone has been talking about.
Check out other mash-ups (get some free downloads as well) from DJ Earworm here:
http://djearworm.com/
This is such a case.
Not everyone can make a mash-up and get so many great responses. I encourage you all to check out Reckoner Lockdown and see what everyone has been talking about.
Check out other mash-ups (get some free downloads as well) from DJ Earworm here:
http://djearworm.com/
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